Description
Beef Macaroni Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming chilly evenings or gathering with loved ones. This hearty recipe features tender ground beef and al dente elbow macaroni simmered in a rich broth, accompanied by vibrant vegetables like carrots and celery. Each spoonful delivers a delightful meld of flavors and textures that not only nourishes but also brings people together around the dinner table. Additionally, it’s quick and easy to prepare—ready in under an hour—making it ideal for busy weeknights. Customize it with your favorite veggies or leftover meats to make it your own. Serve this delicious soup alongside crusty bread or a light salad for a complete meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup carrots (chopped)
- 1 cup celery (chopped)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional herbs for seasoning
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add ground beef to the pot and brown thoroughly, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in chopped carrots and celery, followed by beef broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, add elbow macaroni and reduce heat to medium-low; simmer uncovered until pasta is tender (about 8-10 minutes).
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg